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The Spirit Giveth Life

Author: Bowring Hymnal: A Book of Hymns for Public and Private Devotion (15th ed.) #289 (1866) First Line: 'Tis not the gift, but 'tis the spirit Lyrics: ’Tis not the gift, but ’tis the spirit With which ’tis given, That on the gift confers a merit, As seen by Heaven. ’Tis not the prayer, however boldly It strikes the ear; It mounts in vain, it falls but coldly If not sincere. ’Tis not the deeds the loudest lauded That brightest shine; There’s many a virtue unapplauded, And yet divine. ’Tis not the word that sounds the sweetest That’s soonest heard; A sigh, when humbled thou retreatest, May be preferred. The outward show may be delusive,— A cheating name; The inner spirit is conclusive Of worth or shame. Languages: English